Forklift Operator I

** Forklift Operator I**

**Job Category****:** Warehouse/Distribution Non-Exempt **Requisition Number****:** FORKL005722 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

About the Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing the lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs.

Functions

Safely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamp, and picker equipment.

Load, unload, and store products and/or materials

Stack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas.

Use equipment to scan product and print labels

Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.

Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.

Complete cycle count as required

Perform daily safely inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks

Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.

Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.

May perform housekeeping duties

Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Qualifications

Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience. Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pass Background and Drug screen

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Competencies

Action Oriented Taking on new opportunities and touch challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Collaborates Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.

Decision Quality Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

Optimize Work Processes Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Situational Adaptability Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

No travel requirements

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Warehouse Setting

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)